Song Spells, No. 1: Cedarsmoke
Sea Wolf · 2014
39 min · 10 tracks · indie folk
Delicate melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a serene soundscape that captures the essence of indie folk.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cedarsmoke — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of nostalgia and contemplation, showcasing lush instrumentation paired with poignant lyrics that resonate deeply.
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Ram's Head — With its driving rhythm and vivid imagery, this track exemplifies the blend of folk traditions and modern sensibilities that characterize the album.
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The Water's Wide — This track stands out for its haunting melody and reflective lyrics, presenting a moment of vulnerability that underscores the emotional heart of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features introspective lyrics and layered instrumentation, creating a cohesive indie folk sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief instrumental track that sets a reflective tone before transitioning into lyrical songs.
- Each song features layered instrumentation, often building from simple acoustic guitar to fuller arrangements with strings and harmonies.
- The lyrics are introspective and personal, often exploring themes of nature and emotional vulnerability across the tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 2:20
- 2 Ram's Head 3:34
- 3 Bergamot Morning 3:29
- 4 Bavarian Porcelain 3:51
- 5 Cedarsmoke 3:34
- 6 Young Bodies 3:29
- 7 The Water's Wide 4:33
- 8 Whitewoods 3:41
- 9 Whatever You Say, Say Nothing 2:17
- 10 Visions 8:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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